Comparison

Groomer Tracking Systems vs The Next Trail

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Groomer Tracking Systems

This app provides snowmobilers with real-time trail grooming data and accurate trail maps. It highlights the last time trails were groomed and displays sponsor waypoints for amenities like food and lodging.

Highlights
  • Real-time grooming status
  • Color-coded trail conditions
  • Sponsor waypoint data
  • Accurate GPS trail maps
  • Base map of marked trails
Features
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GTS Trails by Groomer Tracking Systems is a cutting edge app designed to offer the best trail information for Snowmobilers. With a base map encompassing many of the existing marked snowmobile trails, GTS Trails takes real time data from snow trail groomers to display when the trail was last groomed indicating where to likely find the smoothest trails. Along with data on trail grooming maintenance, GTS Trails also updates trail routing using GPS technology to provide the most up to date and accurate trail maps for snowmobilers. GTS Trails maps also provides trail sponsor waypoint data including restaurants and bars, fuel, lodging and parts/maintenance locations. GTS Trails by Groomer Tracking Systems initially focuses on the Wisconsin trail system with plans to expand to other regions. Key Features: - Displays Base Map for Snowmobile Trails - Displays Trails in different colors base on the last time the trail was groomed (Green = 24 Hrs, Yellow = 48 Hrs, Red = 72 Hrs) - Displays Sponsors Waypoints (Restaurants & Bars, Fuel, Lodging, Parts/Maintenance)

About

The Next Trail

Navigate outdoor trails with detailed maps and routes for snowmobiling and off-road vehicles. Access local events, points of interest, and real-time trail updates from clubs. Download maps for offline use with GPS tracking.

Highlights
  • Offline trail maps and routes
  • GPS tracking for precise location
  • Points of interest and local events
  • Trail closure and opening updates
  • Record and save custom trails
  • Cloud backup for recorded trails
Features
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The Next Trail was developed for Snowmobilers and Off-Road enthusiasts by an avid snowmobiler. The app allows you to see where you are on Outdoor Trails. View trails and routes, ride areas, points of interest and local events. Currently we have robust data for Snowmobiling and ATV/UTV trails – with new data being added regularly. Get current, relevant information! The Next Trail is working with many local clubs. The clubs have the ability to post new events, update trail closures/openings and provide on screen information on local businesses and amenities. The Next Trail uses several sources for trail data. 1) Map Images are digital versions of the paper maps commonly used and provided by Snowmobile clubs. 2) Trails provide more detailed trail data. This data is provided by States, counties and/or clubs. Trails use GIS (Geographic Information System) which is much more precise than Map Images. 3) Record your own trails which can be backed up to cloud storage (included in the subscription) thus preserving your trails even if a phone is lost/replaced. All the maps/trails are downloadable and should be downloaded when internet service is available. While riding, no internet is needed, the app will use your phones GPS to precisely display your position. A current list of data available can be viewed on our web site – www.thenexttrail.com and updates will be tracked on our Facebook page – www.facebook.com/thenexttrail. Ride On! The Next Trail.

Screenshots

Groomer Tracking Systems4 screens
The Next Trail4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Next Trail at 88% against Groomer Tracking Systems's 7%. The Next Trail also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.6) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). Groomer Tracking Systems's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Next Trail sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Groomer Tracking Systems asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Next Trail holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Next Trail has 43 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of Groomer Tracking Systems's written reviews are positive against 88% of The Next Trail's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Groomer Tracking Systems ships an update every 5 weeks, The Next Trail weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Groomer Tracking Systems versus The Next Trail: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGroomer Tracking SystemsThe Next Trail
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (7 ratings)4.8 (43 ratings) — better
Positive reviews6.7% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings743 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGroomer Tracking Systems, LLCBlabApps LLC

Customer experience

Groomer Tracking Systems

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive6.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative86.7%

The Next Trail

All ratings38 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

None

Groomer Tracking Systems

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

The Next Trail

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$12.991 Year

Questions

Is Groomer Tracking Systems free?
Groomer Tracking Systems is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Next Trail free?
The Next Trail is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Groomer Tracking Systems or The Next Trail?
The Next Trail is rated higher. Groomer Tracking Systems averages 2.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while The Next Trail averages 4.8 from 43 ratings.
Do Groomer Tracking Systems or The Next Trail have ads?
Neither Groomer Tracking Systems nor The Next Trail shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Groomer Tracking Systems or The Next Trail?
Groomer Tracking Systems ships an update every 5 weeks, and The Next Trail weekly. Most recently, Groomer Tracking Systems was updated on November 2, 2026 and The Next Trail on November 3, 2026.

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